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The sun setting over a field of goldenrod.

Sunsets & Swallows

Soak up the summer sunset and watch the swallows above the Cuyahoga River as we walk the 1.1-mile Missing Link Trail.

CV/Valley View Area
a dirt trail surrounded by grass and trees on a sunny day

Hike the Hills

Lace up those hiking boots and hit the Hampton Hills with a naturalist. Along the 3.2-mile Adam Run Trail, we’ll discuss the natural history…

HH/Main Entrance
bottles of yellow, blue and red paint sit on a table

Paint ‘N Take for Adults

Adult visitors will enjoy lemonade while completing a lovely seasonal, nature-inspired acrylic painting following basic step-by-step instructions….

FASN/Visitors Center
Several people in a garden full of raised beds with grown plants.

Lil’ Sprouts

This biweekly program is designed to engage young children and accompanying adults in the wonderful world of gardening. Each class builds…

SLNC

Summer Nature Tales

Young children and their adult companions can enjoy an interactive summer themed story time. Make it a fun, family friendly morning by exploring…

LP/Nature Center
Many large kids' picture books.

Self-Guided Story Trail: Compost Stew

Enjoy a fun, active walk following a storybook trail based on the book “Compost Stew.” This story is available along the 2.1-mile Black Bear…

LP/Nature Center

In Search of Snakes

Hike with a naturalist on the 1-mile Prather Trail to learn about snake identification. We will discuss what species are present in Summit…

CV/Valley View Area
Water flowing over a rocky creek bed.

Creek Walk for Kids

Kids and their adult companions can get hands-on in the creek to search for insects, amphibians, fish and even fossils! Dress to get wet….

FR/Brushwood Area
Three tomatoes growing off of a tomato plant.

Good Garden Talks: Pest Management

Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron and OSU Extension to learn how to encourage beneficial insects and manage pests in the vegetable…

Stadelman Community Garden

Story Time in the Garden

Join a naturalist in the Rock & Herb Garden for an outdoor story time for kids! We will read a garden-themed story, learn how flowers…

FASN/Nature Realm
A wooden bridge over a shallow, rocky creek in a forest.

Rock Creek Hike

Join a naturalist to enjoy a relaxing hike on the 1.3-mile Rock Creek Trail. We’ll be on the lookout for any seasonal happenings as summer…

FR/Brushwood Area

Sturgeon Full Moon Hike

See and learn about the full Sturgeon Moon during a hike along the 0.35-mile Meadow Loop Trail. Bring a flashlight along!

MF/Tallmadge Meadows Area